1998 Ford Escort vs. 1995 Peugeot 406
To start off, 1998 Ford Escort is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Peugeot 406. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Peugeot 406 would be higher. At 1,903 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Peugeot 406 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Peugeot 406 (90 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 1998 Ford Escort. (74 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Peugeot 406 should accelerate faster than 1998 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Peugeot 406 weights approximately 165 kg more than 1998 Ford Escort. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1995 Peugeot 406 (200 Nm @ 2250 RPM) has 86 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Ford Escort. (114 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1995 Peugeot 406 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Ford Escort | 1995 Peugeot 406 | |
| Make | Ford | Peugeot |
| Model | Escort | 406 |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1995 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1391 cc | 1903 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 90 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 114 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 2250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1170 kg | 1335 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4140 mm | 4560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1400 mm |
